What is the cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Shiga Highlands?

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Shiga Highlands is to drive which costs ¥3600 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tokyo to Shiga Highlands?

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Shiga Highlands is to train and taxi which takes 2h 13m and costs ¥20000 - ¥28000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Shiga Highlands?

No, there is no direct bus from Tokyo to Shiga Highlands. However, there are services departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Hasuike via Nagano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Shiga Highlands?

The distance between Tokyo and Shiga Highlands is 283 km. The road distance is 214.5 km.

How do I travel from Tokyo to Shiga Highlands without a car?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Shiga Highlands without a car is to train and taxi which takes 2h 13m and costs ¥20000 - ¥28000.

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Shiga Highlands?

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Tokyo to Shiga Highlands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Shiga Highlands bus from?

Tokyo to Shiga Highlands bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Tokyo to Shiga Highlands bus arrive?

Tokyo to Shiga Highlands bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Nagano Station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Shiga Highlands?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Shiga Highlands is 215 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Tokyo to Shiga Highlands.

Where can I stay near Shiga Highlands?

There are 327+ hotels available in Shiga Highlands.

Tokyo to Shiga Highlands - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Tokyo to Shiga Highlands by train, taxi, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Iiyamatrain Hakutaka
2. Take the taxi from Iiyama to Shiga Highlandstaxi
2h 13m
¥20,827–27,645
Drive 214.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tokyo to Shiga Highlandscar 214.5 km
3h 1m
¥3,670–5,301
Bus via Nagano Station
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Nagano Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Nagano to Hasuikebus Shiga Kogen
6h 2m
¥5,199–10,070
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Naganobus
2. Take the bus from Nagano to Hasuikebus Shiga Kogen
6h 17m
¥3,800–7,400

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 283.2 km
Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Shiga Highlands, Japan?

You can take a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Hasuike via Nagano Station and Nagano in around 6h 2m.

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